Manager, Strategic Initiatives - PGIM Executive Office (Hybrid / Newark, NJ) at Prudential Ins Co of America in Newark, New Jersey

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Job Classification:

Project Mgmt, Transformation & Strategy - Project Mgmt, Transformation & Strategy

A GLOBAL FIRM WITH A DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE CULTURE

As the Global Asset Management business of Prudential, we’re always looking for ways to improve financial services. We’re passionate about making a meaningful impact - touching the lives of millions and solving financial challenges in an ever-changing world.

We also believe talent is key to achieving our vision and are intentional about building a culture on respect and collaboration. When you join PGIM, you’ll unlock a motivating and impactful career – all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world’s leading global asset managers! 

If you’re not afraid to think differently and challenge the status quo, come and be a part of a dedicated team that’s investing in your future by shaping tomorrow today.

At PGIM, You Can! 

What you will do

PGIM is looking for a sharp and ambitious individual to join the Chief of Staff Office. You will be reporting to the Chief of Staff for PGIM and be part of a small, flat team supporting the CEO of PGIM, David Hunt.  You will be responsible for designing, managing, executing and / or contributing on a variety of projects that span across communications, business management, and administration.  In this role, you will work closely with the Chief of Staff and functional and business teams in ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met.  We are looking for someone who is highly organized and a self-starter with the ability to deal with multiple projects simultaneously.

This position is based in our office Newark, NJ.  Our organization follows a hybrid work structure where employees can work remotely and/ from the office, as needed, based on demands of specific tasks or personal work preferences. Working from the office is encouraged when working on tasks that require a high degree of collaboration.

What you can expect

• Assisting the Chief of Staff in developing and executing on the CEO communications plan in close partnership with the Strategy team:




• Creating internal communications such as quarterly earnings notes, organizational changes




• Managing internal events such as global townhalls and senior leadership conferences




• Assisting with external events such as meetings with equity analysts, investor day.




• Identifying and articulating key messages depending on the audience and medium.




• Creating PowerPoint presentations, notes to employees, and videos to deliver the key messages, ensuring a high bar for quality and timeliness.




• Gathering supporting data from a wide range of internal and external sources, ensuring information is accurate and up to date.




• Supporting and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., events planning team, investor relations, relevant business units) to ensure deliverables are met.




• Preparing the CEO for external engagements, which could include briefing memorandums and talking points as necessary.




• Providing administrative responsibilities related to the overall asset management business.




• Coordinating key internal meetings for PGIM functional and business heads

What you will bring

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent.




• 8-10 years of work experience in the financial services industry.




• High-level understanding of the asset management industry. Deeper knowledge a plus.




• Strong relationship management skills.  Team player and diplomatic




• Strong interest in different aspects of messaging (e.g. what the message should be; how it should be tailored for different audiences; what types of mediums should we experiment with)




• Superior written communication skills. 




• Experience creating mass communications and presentations.  This includes the ability to simplify complex concepts and messages down to the essential components and deliver these effectively to a wide range of audiences.




• Ability to process information and learn quickly.  Adept ability to multi-task




• Highly organized and detail oriented. 




• Experience in creating and executing project plans and adjusting priorities as circumstances dictate.




• Interest in driving process improvements in administrative tasks

What will set you apart?

• A history of working successfully across multiple functions and business groups.

*We know not everyone will meet 100% of the requirements, however we encourage you to apply if you think your skills are a good fit for this role. 

What we offer you

·         Medical, dental, vision, life insurance and PTO (Paid Time Off)  

·         Retirement plans: 

o    401(k) plan with generous company match (up to 4%) 

o    Company-funded pension plan  

·         Wellness Programs to help you achieve your wellbeing goals, including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs.  

·         Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional health, and career development. 

·         Tuition Assistance to help finance traditional college enrollment, approved degrees, many accredited certificate programs, and industry designations. 

To find out more about our Total Reward package, visit Total reward package brochure

 

Note: Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $130,000 to $160,000 Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills. Roles may also be eligible for additional compensation and/or benefits. Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. 

Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom.

Prudential is a multinational financial services leader with operations in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Leveraging its heritage of life insurance and asset management expertise, Prudential is focused on helping individual and institutional customers grow and protect their wealth. The company's well-known Rock symbol is an icon of strength, stability, expertise and innovation that has stood the test of time. Prudential's businesses offer a variety of products and services, including life insurance, annuities, retirement-related services, mutual funds, asset management, and real estate services.

We recognize that our strength and success are directly linked to the quality and skills of our diverse associates. We are proud to be a place where talented people who want to make a difference can grow as professionals, leaders, and as individuals. Visit www.prudential.com to learn more about our values, our history and our brand.

Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status , medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law. 

The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Newark, NJ and its affiliates.

Note that this posting is intended for individual applicants. Search firms or agencies should email Staffing at staffingagencies@prudential.com for more information about doing business with Prudential.

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